Nyls Nyman
Born: 3/7/1954 in Detroit, MI, USA
MLB Debut: 1974-09-06 | Final Game: 1977-04-07
Bats: L | Throws: R | Height: 6'0" | Weight: 170 lbs
Full name: Nyls Wallace Rex Nyman
Biography
Nyls Nyman, born in 1954, was a professional baseball player who played in Major League Baseball from 1974 until April 7, 1977. As a position player, Nyman appeared in 120 games over his career, showcasing a blend of speed and utility on the field. He recorded 85 hits, including 2 home runs, while driving in 33 runs and maintaining a batting average of .238. Known for his agility, Nyman also contributed with 12 stolen bases, demonstrating his ability to impact the game with his base-running skills.
Nymanโs career unfolded during a transformative period in baseball, characterized by shifts in player dynamics and strategies. While he may not have been a household name, Nyman's versatility and determination reflected the spirit of many players of his era, who worked hard to make their mark in the league. His contributions, though modest in terms of statistics, were a testament to the depth of talent present in the game during the mid-1970s.
Career Batting Statistics
| G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | OBP | SLG | OPS | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 120 | 357 | 43 | 85 | 9 | 4 | 2 | 33 | 12 | 11 | 38 | 0.238 | 0.266 | 0.303 | 0.569 | -1480.6 |
Season-by-Season Batting
| Year | Team | Lg | G | AB | R | H | 2B | 3B | HR | RBI | SB | BB | SO | AVG | PIV |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | CHW | AL | 5 | 14 | 5 | 9 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 4 | 1 | 0 | 1 | 0.643 | 0.0 |
| 1975 | CHW | AL | 106 | 327 | 36 | 74 | 6 | 3 | 2 | 28 | 10 | 11 | 34 | 0.226 | -1480.6 |
| 1976 | CHW | AL | 8 | 15 | 2 | 2 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 1 | 0 | 3 | 0.133 | 0.0 |
| 1977 | CHW | AL | 1 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0.000 | 0.0 |
Fielding Statistics
Career Fielding Totals by Position
| Position | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| OF | 104 | 84 | 196 | 7 | 8 | 1 |
Season-by-Season Fielding
| Year | Team | Pos | G | GS | PO | A | E | DP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1974 | CHA | OF | 3 | 3 | 6 | 1 | 0 | 1 |
| 1975 | CHA | OF | 94 | 77 | 177 | 6 | 8 | 0 |
| 1976 | CHA | OF | 7 | 4 | 13 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Career Games by Position
| Position | Games |
|---|---|
| Left Field | 71 |
| Center Field | 27 |
| Right Field | 8 |
| Designated Hitter | 7 |